Recent News

Physician assistant studies student, Shelby Garrison.

Faces of the Pack: Shelby Garrison

Physician Assistant Studies Class of 2026 student shares her passion for serving rural and underserved communities

An older man speaks with a woman while looking at prescription bottles.

Why health literacy matters as we age

Being a proactive member of your health care team is crucial for older adults

Physician assistant studies student, Brayan Alberto Chagolla Felipe, wearing a stethoscope

Bridging the gap through bilingual care

Inspired to serve Nevadans facing language barriers, Brayan Chagolla pursued a career as a physician assistant

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Milestone Events

Milestone events celebrate key moments across our academic programs, reflecting the achievement, growth and shared pride of the UNR Med community.

M.D. students reciting the Physician's Oath on stage.

Doctor of Medicine White Coat Ceremony
A student pinning a Match Day residency location on a map.

Doctor of Medicine Match Day
M.D. graduates hooding one another on stage.

Doctor of Medicine Commencement
PA students reciting the Physician's Oath on stage.

Physician Assistant Studies White Coat Ceremony
A PA graduate being hooded by their parents.

Physician Assistant Studies Commencement
Two Speech Language Pathology graduates in regalia.

Speech Pathology and Audiology Commencement

All Events

Aug 02
Rural Outreach Clinic - Fallon at Renown Urgent Care – Fallon 09:00 AM Health, Safety & Wellness
Aug 04
MedFIT/Introduction to Research Session at William N. Pennington Health Sciences (PHS) 01:30 PM Lectures & Seminars
Aug 06
Professions in Medicine Virtual Office Hours with Admissions 11:00 AM Prospective & New Students
Aug 07
Doctor of Medicine White Coat Ceremony - Class of 2030 05:30 PM Observances & Celebrations
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UNR MED in the News

The UNR Med campus seen through the branches of a blooming cherry tree

Well-Being Wednesday: Clinical research as a care option 
News 4 • May 21, 2026 

Renown Health partners to launch first OB/GYN residency in Northern Nevada 
American Hospital Association • May 27, 2026 

UNR Med highlights Nevada Aphasia Camp during Aphasia Awareness Month 
This is Reno • June 2, 2026

UNR School of Medicine unveils rapid food safety test strips 
June 12, 2026 • Kolo 8 News 

This Is One of the Worst Places That You Could Put Your Suitcase—and 38% of People Do It 
June 28, 2026 • AOL.com

UNR Med In the News Archive